The Search
- Decide on the Country you want to base your assignment topic from.
- Locate and select ONE law anywhere globally.
The Selection Filters
Choose your law, IF it encompasses all of the following:
- Originates from a Country
- Anywhere around the globe
- NOT a State, Province, City or local law.
- Must be in effect today.
- The law must affect both people AND corporations.
The Report
Research and report:
BACKGROUND:
- What the law is about – provide a brief description.
- Country of origin
- HISTORY
- Briefly summarize how such a law was passed ( list the process – steps & timeline)
- Dates; When proposed / when passed / latest revision
ENFORCEMENT
- How is the law enforced?
- What is the potential & actual ramifications of breaking the law?
- If it is NOT enforced, why not.
EFFECTIVENESS
- Do you believe the law is effective?
- Example ‐ is IT generating the results it was intended to generate and/or the results needed.
- If YES – Outline through your research and reasoning of the facts, how you reached your conclusion.
- If NO ‐ Outline through your research and reasoning of the facts, how you reached your conclusion.
- What changes are necessary to make the law more effective (If this is a possible solution?)